MEMBERSHIP AND CODES

John-Paul M.

Just Kids

By:
Patti Smith

Narrated by:
Patti Smith

Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4.5 out of 5 stars
428

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
378

Story

4.5 out of 5 stars
378

In 1967, a chance meeting between two young people led to a romance and a lifelong friendship that would carry each to international success never dreamed of. The backdrop is Brooklyn, Chelsea Hotel, Max’s Kansas City, Scribner’s Bookstore, Coney Island, Warhol’s Factory and the whole city resplendent. Among their friends, literary lights, musicians and artists such as Harry Smith, Bobby Neuwirth, Allen Ginsberg, Sandy Daley, Sam Shepherd, William Burroughs, etc

5 out of 5 stars

Wow

Wonderful & Affecting

Overall

5 out of 5 stars

Performance

5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-10-18

A wonderfully affecting and beautiful account of Patti Smith’s journey. A unique insight into the life, times, and personalities of the arts scene in NYC and beyond from the 60s through to the 80s. Incredibly immersive with every line painting detailed scenes in the imagination. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. I have to say I had a few false starts when reading, but once I got through the first few chapters I couldn’t put it down.

The Dip

By:
Seth Godin

Narrated by:
Seth Godin

Length: 1 hr and 32 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4 out of 5 stars
456

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
352

Story

4 out of 5 stars
345

Every new project (or job, or hobby, or company) starts out exciting and fun. Then it gets harder and less fun, until it hits a low point: really hard, and not much fun at all. And then you find yourself asking if the goal is even worth the hassle. Maybe you're in a Dip: a temporary setback that you will overcome if you keep pushing. But maybe it's really a Cul-de-Sac, which will
never get better, no matter how hard you try.

Can't beat a bit of Godin...

A quick and impactful read - highly recommended

Overall

4 out of 5 stars

Performance

4 out of 5 stars

Story

4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 09-08-18

A thoroughly enjoyable and insightful read, particularly for those who lack focus / motivation or those who are serial quitters. My only criticisms would be 1) the lack of applicable takeaways 2) the lack of evidence to support the theory, very much anecdotal and opinion based than empirical. A great read though, less than 2 hours in duration too.

Summary of Ego Is the Enemy: by Ryan Holiday | Includes Key Takeaways & Analysis

By:
FastReads

Narrated by:
Kelly McGee

Length: 1 hr and 12 mins

Unabridged

Overall

5 out of 5 stars
2

Performance

5 out of 5 stars
2

Story

5 out of 5 stars
2

In Ego is the Enemy, Ryan Holiday explores how the poison of ego shrouds everyday life and hinders mastery and success. He defines ego as the child inside each of us that insists on getting its way and becoming superior to everyone else. Ego keeps you from forming meaningful relationships, from realizing the extent of your skills, from learning and from discovering the opportunities around you. Guarding against ego requires constant practice. The payoff is in becoming a happier, balanced, content, humble and selfless person.

Excellent - I wish all book summaries were this concise and useful!

Excellent summary, a perfect balance of detail and actionable takeaways with highly practical examples and advice. It’s possibly the best book summary I have ever read / listened to. Fantastic work.

The Marshmallow Test

Mastering Self-Control

By:
Walter Mischel

Narrated by:
Alan Alda

Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins

Unabridged

Overall

4 out of 5 stars
530

Performance

4.5 out of 5 stars
465

Story

4 out of 5 stars
464

In
The Marshmallow Test, Mischel explains how self-control can be mastered and applied to challenges in everyday life - from weight control to quitting smoking, overcoming heartbreak, making major decisions, and planning for retirement. With profound implications for the choices we make in parenting, education, public policy and self-care,
The Marshmallow Test will change the way you think about who we are and what we can be.

Fascinating

Superb, life changing.

Overall

5 out of 5 stars

Performance

5 out of 5 stars

Story

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 28-04-18

For those who want to help themselves and others develop self control and break bad habits. There are several immediately actionable takeaways that are extremely high impact. This is a book that should be ready once every year.